The Syama Transformation Story

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1 The Syama Transformation Story Mine Gold. Create Value. Ms Lee-Anne de Bruin, Chief Financial Officer JP Morgan Australian Gold Forum September 2018

2 Important Notices and Disclaimers This presentation contains information about Resolute Mining Limited (Resolute or the Company) and its activities that is current as at the date of this presentation unless otherwise stated. The information in this presentation remains subject to change without notice. This presentation has been prepared by Resolute and no party other than Resolute has authorised or caused the issue, lodgement, submission, despatch or provision of this presentation. The information in this presentation is general in nature and does not purport to be complete. This presentation is not a prospectus, disclosure document or other offering document under Australian law or under the laws of any other jurisdiction. This presentation is provided for information purposes and does not constitute an offer, invitation or recommendation to subscribe for or purchase securities in Resolute in any jurisdiction. 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Recipients should note that while Resolute s mineral resource and ore reserve estimates comply with the JORC Code, they may not comply with relevant guidelines in other countries. For details of the Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves used in this presentation, please refer to ASX Announcement dated 16 August 2018 titled Annual Ore Reserve and Mineral Resource Statement as at 30 June The Company is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves as reported in that ASX Announcement and confirms that all material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning this plan continue to apply and have not materially changed. The form and context in which the Competent Persons findings are presented have not been materially modified. Notes US$ numbers quoted are weighted average in US$, at prevailing exchange rates All in Sustaining Costs (AISC) per ounce of gold produced are calculated in accordance with World Gold Council guidelines. These measures are included to assist investors to better understand the performance of the business. Cash cost per ounce of gold produced and AISC are non International Financial Reporting Standards financial information 1

3 Mine Gold. Create Value. Market Capitalisation ~A$800m FY19 Guidance 300koz at US$960/oz (A$1,280/oz) Portfolio 3 Mines Multiple Strategic Investments Note: Global Ore Reserves and Global Mineral Resources are as at 30 June 2018 and based on Resolute s managed inventory plus Resolute s attributable share of Resources associated with its strategic equity investments in various listed explorers. Global Mineral Resources 16.5Moz Global Ore Reserves 5.9Moz Landholding 5,300 km 2 2

4 Recent Announcements Syama DFS Update delivers >300kozpa at US$746/oz LOM AISC (14 year life) Development progressing well at Syama Underground; on track for sub-level caving by December 2018 Ravenswood Expansion Project delivers 115kozpa at US$823/oz LOM AISC (14 year life) Bibiani Update demonstrates ~100kozpa at ~US$750/oz LOM AISC (10 year life) Nafolo and Tabakoroni: stunning exploration results Major gold inventory upgrade; 16.5Moz Global Resources / 5.9Moz Global Reserves Development project optionality enhanced through multiple strategic investments US$100m revolver secured to maximise financial flexibility Profitability maintained during development phase; Net Profit After Tax of A$78m Strong shareholder returns; Dividend of 2.0 cents per share (dividend payout of 3.3% of FY18 revenue) 3

5 Corporate Summary (ASX:RSG) Capitalisation A$ US$ Share Price $1.05 $0.75 Price Performance and Trading YTD Daily Trading Averages : Volume: 6.5m / Value: A$7.9m Shares Outstanding 757.5m Market Capitalisation $792m $586m Cash, Bullion, Investments $112m $83m Borrowings $33m $24m Enterprise Value $713m $527m Dividend Policy 2% of annual sales revenue offered in gold or cash FY18 Dividend 2.0 cents per share 3.3% of sales revenue Note: market data as at 18 September Cash, bullion, investments, borrowings as at 30 June

6 Extensive Reserve and Resource Growth Resolute has added ~8Moz to its Global Resource since 2010 Global Mineral Resources Moz 16.5Moz Syama FY18 Reserves Contribution (Moz) Global Ore Reserves Moz Moz Discovery Cost of A$34.5 per Reserve Ounce Note: FY10 and FY18 Reserves and Resources are as at 30 June 2018 and reported on a 100% basis. Investments (Attributable) is Resolute s share of Resources associated with its investments in listed exploration companies. 5

7 Significant Investment Enables Transformation Mine Life (Years) Operating Statistics Clear Pathway to 500kozpa (koz) Syama Ravenswood Bibiani NA kozpa US$746/oz AISC Fully automated sublevel caving ~115kozpa US$823/oz AISC Bulk open pit mining ~100kozpa ~US$750/oz AISC FID post Syama UG ramp-up Annual Gold Production (koz) Strategic Investments FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 Note: The target ounces are entirely based on current Ore Reserves. All Ore Reserves which underpin the plan have been prepared by a Competent Person or Persons in accordance with the JORC Code. For details of Ore Reserves used for the plan, please refer to ASX Announcements dated 26 September 2017 and 3 July

8 Resolute Portfolio Syama Gold Mine A world class, fully automated sub-level cave gold mine on track to be delivered by December 2018 Ravenswood Gold Mine Proven producing asset with multiple open pits which underpin long-term production Bibiani Gold Mine Recent feasibility study update completed which demonstrates potential for a long life, high margin project Strategic Investments Multiple strategic positions in highly prospective African explorers with significant land positions 14 year mine-life 14 year mine-life ~10 year target mine-life 17% 7.9Moz Global Resource Life of Mine All-In Sustaining Cost US$746/oz Site Processing Capacity ~4.0Mtpa 3.5Moz Total Reserve Expected Site Production +300kozpa 4.7Moz Total Resource Life of Mine All-In Sustaining Cost US$823/oz Process Capacity - Current 2.8Mtpa 1.7Moz Total Reserve Life of Mine Average Production ~115kozpa Nameplate Capacity 5.0Mtpa 2.5Moz Total Resource Life of Mine All-In Sustaining Cost US$764/oz Available Process Capacity 3Mtpa Proposed Annual Production ~100kozpa Start-Up Capital US$75M 27% 27% 23% 19% 10% Note: Global Reserve and Resource estimates for Syama are inclusive of Tabakoroni and Northern Pits. 7

9 Syama Gold Mine Syama Gold Mine 8

10 Syama Gold Mine Sub-level caving from December 2018 FY18 Summary Statistics Production: 194koz Cash Cost: A$1,196/oz (US$928/oz) AISC: A$1,286/oz (US$998/oz) Average Price Achieved: A$1,699/oz (US$1,317/oz) Underground Development: 8,257m Reserves Resources DFS Update LOM AISC reduced to US$746/oz (from US$881/oz) UG Probable Reserve increased by 38% to 3.0Moz Mine life extended by 4 years from 2028 to 2032 Cost savings through automation, power upgrade Resource and reserve expansion expected 3.5Moz 7.9Moz Increased throughput may be achievable Note: Reserves and Resources estimates for Syama are inclusive of Tabakoroni and Northern Pits. 9

11 Sub Level Cave Mining at Syama A world class sub-level cave gold mine in the making Controlled, high-productivity ore delivery Full automation maximises operating efficiencies Early access to ore without leaving a crown pillar below the open pit A flexible method with ability to adapt cut-off grades depending on economic inputs Low upfront capex Strong partnership with Sandvik 10

12 Syama Underground DFS Update Overview Improvements made to all aspects of Syama Redesign and rescheduling of mine plan 38% increase in UG Ore Reserves to 3.0Moz Mine life extended to 2032 Introduction of autonomous mining Site power generation facilities improved Lower mining and processing costs LOM AISC reduced to US$746/oz Capital intensity reduced to US$177/oz (from US$186/oz) 11

13 Automation at Syama There are significant benefits associated with automation and the connected communication and information technology systems Increased machine productivity and performance Reduction in number of machines required leading to capital and maintenance savings Reduced risk and better safety outcomes including reduced emissions, noise, and vibration Reduction in required personnel underground Lower production costs per tonne Greater control of mining with less variation which results in less dilution Increased productivity and efficiency and optimised scheduling Greater machine life Opportunity for mining rate increases without requirement for additional infrastructure Ability to train the Syama workforce using new intuitive technologies 12

14 New Automated Underground Equipment arriving at Syama 13

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17 Active, Multi-Rig Exploration Program Resolute controls 80km strike length of Syama greenstone belt 16

18 Nafolo: A Major Gold Discovery at Syama Extension potential for existing Syama underground Untested to the south and at depth All drillholes to date have intersected gold mineralisation Nafolo mineralisation can potentially be accessed from existing Syama Underground infrastructure and may form part of a future expanded mining operation Infill resource drilling to upgrade to indicated status Q4 FY19 Syama and Nafolo resource model and drillhole locations 17

19 Tabakoroni: High Grade UG Mine Potential Numerous wide high grade gold intersections Located 35km south of Syama TARD621 returned 41m at 12.15g/t Au: displays the significant grades and widths seen in the main zone mineralisation The current drilling program is ongoing with two diamond drill rigs in operation at Tabakoroni to fully define the new zones An updated and expanded Mineral Resource Estimate for Tabakoroni, including a maiden underground mineral resource, will be available later in

20 Tabakoroni: Standalone UG Mine Potential Coherent High Grade Zones >50 gram metres Visible gold in new Tabakoroni core samples 19

21 Syama Gold Mine A world class fully automated underground gold mine in the making Mine Life 14 Years Production +300kozpa AISC US$746/oz 20

22 Ravenswood Gold Mine 21

23 Ravenswood Gold Mine Multiple open pits underpin long-term production FY18 Summary Statistics Production: 90koz Cash Cost: A$1,330/oz (US$1,019/oz) AISC: A$1,394/oz (US$1,071/oz) Average Price Achieved: A$1,710/oz (US$1,321/oz) Project Study Update Significant enhancements to Ravenswood Expansion Project All required approvals received; Buck Reef West prioritised LOM AISC reduced to A$1,097/oz (US$823/oz) Reserves 1.7Moz Resources 4.7Moz LOM average production of ~115kozpa of gold Mine life extended by three years to 2032 Staged development plan; FY19 capex of only A$33 million Major expansion capital deferred through sequencing changes Ravenswood confirmed as a long life, low risk, low cost project 22

24 Bibiani Gold Mine Bibiani Gold Mine 23

25 Bibiani Gold Mine Potential for a long life, high margin project with robust economics Study Update July 2018 Environmental Permit Authorisation received Mineral Resource of 2.5Moz of gold (3.6 g/t Au) Potential for ~100kozpa over a 10 year mine life Reserves 0.6Moz Resources 2.5Moz LOM AISC reduced to US$764/oz Start-up capital requirement of ~US$75m Operational readiness planning to commence during FY19 Final Investment Decision expected post Syama UG ramp-up 24

26 Strategic Investments in Africa Objective Establish a portfolio of investments in emerging gold explorers to expand our project pipeline and provide a source of medium term potential growth opportunities 27% stake 19% stake Focus 27% stake 17% stake Equity investments in well managed African focused exploration teams holding promising tenure in highly prospective gold regions 23% stake 10% stake Multiple potential opportunities for the development of future Resolute gold mines 25

27 Invest in Resolute Transformation enables bold ambition Proven operator: Resolute has mined more than 8Moz from 9 gold mines in Australia and Africa Long life, low cost, large scale assets: 14 year life at operating assets; clear pathway to 500kozpa; LOM AISC of US$746/oz at Syama Large and growing resource base: 16.5Moz of Global Mineral Resources and 5.9Moz of Ore Reserves Strong commitment to exploration: 8.4Moz Mineral Resources and 3.0Moz Ore Reserves added since 2010 Focus on technology and innovation: Resolute is developing the world s first custom built, fully automated sub-level cave Unique skill set and reputation in Africa: Long term track record of successfully operating in the region (20+ years) Compelling valuation proposition: Valuation upside from delivery of Syama development and ramp-up Building a portfolio of Resolute gold mines: Strategic investments in 6 African-focused explorers 26

28 Mine Gold. Create Value. John Welborn Managing Director & CEO Lee-Anne de Bruin Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Meynert General Manager Business Development & Investor Relations Level 2, Australia Place William St Perth, Western Australia 6000 T: F: E: contact@rml.com.au